Bipartisan Infrastructure Law Provides Dedicated Funding for Safety Projects that Prevent Fatalities, Serious Injuries WASHINGTON — The U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) today announced that the application process is now open for communities of all sizes to apply for $1 billion in Fiscal Year 2022 funding to help them ensure … [continued]
Energy prices are in the news, including the price of oil, which we see reflected in what we pay at the pump. And it’s no surprise that this is a painful experience, with the Brent crude oil spot price at $117 a barrel in March, $20 higher than in February. As … [continued]
The National Highway Transportation Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued final rules that eliminate the need for automated vehicle manufacturers to equip fully autonomous vehicles with manual driving controls to meet crash standards, Reuters reports. In other words, there’s no need for autonomous vehicles to have steering wheels, pedals, or other … [continued]
President Biden’s Bipartisan Infrastructure Law includes funding to expand the availability of clean buses in communities across the country WASHINGTON — At an event with Vice President Kamala Harris, U.S. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg and Federal Transit Administration Administrator Nuria Fernandez this week announced the availability of approximately $1.47 billion … [continued]
Joint Energy and Transportation Office and DriveElectric.gov Available to Assist States with Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Deployment Plans
Press release courtesy of U.S. Department of Transportation
As the nation grapples with rise in traffic fatalities, new strategy outlines steps for the U.S. Department of Transportation and calls on stakeholders from across sectors to take action to address this urgent crisis. The U.S. Department of Transportation Secretary today announced the federal government’s new comprehensive National Roadway Safety Strategy … [continued]
Two Cabinet Secretaries to Establish Joint Office to Support National Network of 500,000 Electric Vehicle Chargers
A group of utility companies have banded together to bring more EV fast chargers to America’s highways.
While many Tesla fans aren’t happy with the Biden Administration right now, it’s important to look for the good and congratulate it. Today, we’re seeing U.S. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg walk the walk instead of just talking the talk like most politicians do. The @ford Mach-E is @SecretaryPete brand new … [continued]
Originally published on the NRDC Expert Blog. Ships of state are notoriously difficult to steer. Thankfully, like real ships, they’re equipped with a helm that, under smart leadership, can help us change direction. One such tool is the federal budget. And, with regards to transportation, President Biden makes maximum use of … [continued]
